The Injury Mechanism of Knee Extensor Mechanism Rupture in Professional Athletes: A Video Analysis Study.

The results of this research indicate that EMR occurs most commonly when the knee is in flexion and the ankle is in plantar flexion. There is the tendency for the knee to be in valgus at the time of injury. This information can guide physical therapy techniques, including neuromuscular training, proprioception, and balance training in the prevention of EMR in elite athletes.